Goal

Open and accountable government that listens and plans for a shared future

Indicator - 8.4.4.

Proportion of people who have difficulty accessing government services

N.B. A progress report on this measure is not available because a progress measure beyond the baseline measurement is not yet available.

Baseline Measurement


In 2006, an estimated 13.7% of the Tasmanian population aged 18 or more said they had difficulty accessing government service providers.

Where does this information come from?

ABS Cat. 4159.6.55.001

Why do we use this Measure?

Government services should be accessible for the people they are designed to serve

Explanation of measure

The measure is an estimate derived from the General Social Survey. It is the estimate of the Tasmanian population aged 18 or more who said they had difficulty accessing government service providers. This draft benchmark is currently being developed by the Progress Board. Draft targets have been established and recommendations to complete the benchmark will be put to Parliament for approval later this year.

Tasmania Together Targets

Year Target
2005-
201010%
20156%
20203%